Talk to your doctor: Sometimes we have patients take both meds, sometimes we will wean off the Effexor (venlafaxine) or reduce dose before starting Wellbutrin. It is good you want to quit smoking. Your doctor can design treatment to help you with the smoking and the anxiety. Good luck!
Answered 4/24/2015
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Stopping smoking: Even with the help of Wellbutrin, stopping smoking can be difficult in terms of feeling emotional and irritable. Put that together with a sudden discontinuation of Effexor (venlafaxine) and you have double the emotional stress. Antidepressants, especially Effexor (venlafaxine), should not be stopped suddenly. Speak with your doctor about weaning off while starting Wellbutrin.
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